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AB248444

Anti-Insulin antibody [EPR3074] - BSA and Azide free

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Rabbit Recombinant Monoclonal Insulin antibody. Carrier free. Suitable for IHC-P and reacts with Human samples. Cited in 1 publication.

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Insulin, INS

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Immunohistochemistry (Formalin/PFA-fixed paraffin-embedded sections) - Anti-Insulin antibody [EPR3074] - BSA and Azide free (AB248444)
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Immunohistochemistry (Formalin/PFA-fixed paraffin-embedded sections) - Anti-Insulin antibody [EPR3074] - BSA and Azide free (AB248444)

This data was developed using ab133281, the same antibody clone in a different buffer formulation.

Immunohistochemical analysis of paraffin-embedded Human pancreas tissue labelling Insulin with ab133281 at 1/250 dilution.

Perform heat mediated antigen retrieval with citrate buffer pH 6 before commencing with IHC staining protocol.

Immunohistochemistry (Formalin/PFA-fixed paraffin-embedded sections) - Anti-Insulin antibody [EPR3074] - BSA and Azide free (AB248444)
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Immunohistochemistry (Formalin/PFA-fixed paraffin-embedded sections) - Anti-Insulin antibody [EPR3074] - BSA and Azide free (AB248444)

This data was developed using ab133281, the same antibody clone in a different buffer formulation.

Immunohistochemical analysis of paraffin-embedded human liver tissue labelling insulin with ab133281, followed by ready-to-use Goat Anti-Rabbit IgG H&L (HRP) secondary anitbody. Negative tissue : no staining on human liver is observed. Counter stained with Hematoxylin.

Secondary antibody only control : Used PBS instead of primary antibody, secondary antibody is ready to use Goat Anti-Rabbit IgG H&L (HRP).

OI-RD Scanning - Anti-Insulin antibody [EPR3074] - BSA and Azide free (AB248444)
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OI-RD Scanning - Anti-Insulin antibody [EPR3074] - BSA and Azide free (AB248444)

We have systematically measured KD (the equilibrium dissociation constant between the antibody and its antigen), of more than 840 recombinant antibodies to assess not only their individual KD values but also to see the average affinity of antibody. Based on the comparison with published literature values for mouse monoclonal antibodies, Recombinant antibodies appear to be on average 1-2 order of magnitude higher affinity.

Key facts

Host species

Rabbit

Clonality

Monoclonal

Clone number

EPR3074

Isotype

IgG

Carrier free

Yes

Reacts with

Human

Applications

IHC-P

applications

Immunogen

The exact immunogen used to generate this antibody is proprietary information.

Reactivity data

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Product details

ab248444 is the carrier-free version of ab133281.

Patented technology
Our RabMAb® technology is a patented hybridoma-based technology for making rabbit monoclonal antibodies. For details on our patents, please refer to RabMAb® patents.

What are the advantages of a recombinant monoclonal antibody?
This product is a recombinant monoclonal antibody, which offers several advantages including:

  • - High batch-to-batch consistency and reproducibility
  • - Improved sensitivity and specificity
  • - Long-term security of supply
  • - Animal-free batch production

For more information, read more on recombinant antibodies.

Conjugation ready
Our carrier-free antibodies are typically supplied in a PBS-only formulation, purified and free of BSA, sodium azide and glycerol. This conjugation-ready format is designed for use with fluorochromes, metal isotopes, oligonucleotides, and enzymes, which makes them ideal for antibody labelling, functional and cell-based assays, flow-based assays (e.g. mass cytometry) and Multiplex Imaging applications.

Use our conjugation kits for antibody conjugates that are ready-to-use in as little as 20 minutes with 1 minute hands-on-time and 100% antibody recovery: available for fluorescent dyes, HRP, biotin and gold.

Compatibility
This product is compatible with the Maxpar® Antibody Labeling Kit from Fluidigm, without the need for antibody preparation. Maxpar® is a trademark of Fluidigm Canada Inc.

Properties and storage information

Form
Liquid
Purification technique
Affinity purification Protein A
Storage buffer
pH: 7.2 - 7.4 Constituents: PBS
Shipped at conditions
Blue Ice
Appropriate short-term storage conditions
+4°C
Appropriate long-term storage conditions
+4°C
Storage information
Do Not Freeze

Supplementary information

This supplementary information is collated from multiple sources and compiled automatically.

Insulin a peptide hormone plays an essential mechanical role in carbohydrate and fat metabolism. Insulin alternatively known as bovine insulin in some research contexts has a molecular mass of around 5800 Da. Beta cells in the pancreas express insulin where it gets secreted directly into the bloodstream. The hormone regulates glucose levels by facilitating the uptake of glucose into cells such as muscle and adipose tissues.
Biological function summary

Insulin influences several key metabolic processes by binding to its receptor a component of the insulin receptor substrate family. This triggers a cascade of events within cells promoting the uptake of glucose and converting it into energy. Insulin operates as a singular entity but plays a critical role in forming a complex with its receptor. This interaction triggers downstream effects that alter the activity of enzymes and transcription factors involved in glucose and lipid metabolism.

Pathways

Insulin is critical for the regulation of the PI3K-AKT signaling pathway and the MAPK pathway. These pathways modulate processes such as cell growth proliferation and survival. Insulin interacts closely with other proteins in these pathways such as the insulin receptor substrate proteins and influences downstream proteins like AKT kinase which has a significant role in mediating the metabolic effects initiated by insulin binding.

Insulin is most notably linked to diabetes mellitus characterized by insufficient insulin production or action. This deficiency disrupts normal glucose homeostasis leading to hyperglycemia. Other associated proteins include glucagon which counteracts insulin's role in lowering blood glucose levels and IRS-1 an important element through which insulin signaling is transduced. Researchers utilize mouse insulin ELISA and insulin ELISA kits to better understand these relationships and develop treatments for insulin-related disorders.

Product protocols

For this product, it's our understanding that no specific protocols are required. You can visit:

Target data

Insulin decreases blood glucose concentration. It increases cell permeability to monosaccharides, amino acids and fatty acids. It accelerates glycolysis, the pentose phosphate cycle, and glycogen synthesis in liver.
See full target information INS

Publications (1)

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Oncology letters 24:457 PubMed36380881

2022

Suppressive effect of YY1-mediated RGS22 regulation on the proliferation, migration and invasion of pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma.

Applications

Unspecified application

Species

Unspecified reactive species

Shou-Ji Cao,Wan-Li Ge,Ling-Dong Meng,Qun Chen,Yi Miao,Kui-Rong Jiang,Jing-Jing Zhang
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